Gym News

The Miles That Matter 5K

Jul 16, 2026

Hayden Wooldridge

4 min read

This year, Momentum Fit is excited to launch what we hope will become the first of many annual community events: the Miles That Matter 5K. We created this event to bring our community together in a fun and meaningful way that promotes health while supporting an important local cause.

Supporting the Betty Griffin Center

This year’s 5K will benefit the Betty Griffin Center, an organization dedicated to helping survivors of domestic and sexual violence heal from trauma and build fulfilling lives. Located in St. Augustine, the Betty Griffin Center operates a 54-bed emergency shelter, six transitional apartments, and provides outreach services, advocacy, education, and prevention programs throughout St. Johns County.

We chose to partner with the Betty Griffin Center because we believe deeply in the life-changing work they do. Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps support their mission, with all profits from the event going directly to the organization.

What to Expect

The Miles That Matter 5K will be on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Seawalk Pavilion in Jacksonville Beach.

The race will take place on the sand, beginning at the pavilion before heading north into Atlantic Beach and returning to the finish line. Whether you’re racing for a personal record or simply enjoying a walk on the beach, this event is designed for participants of all experience levels.

The pavilion will feature local sponsors, vendors, music from a live DJ, and plenty of opportunities to connect with the community before and after the race.

The first 100 participants to sign up will receive a race T-shirt and the first 10 male and female finishers will receive a medal. The top three male and female finishers will also receive gift cards to Salt Life Food Shack.

Holtens Coffee Co. will be serving coffee and specialty drinks throughout the morning, while Thirst Trap Food & Beverage Truck will have food, smoothies, and refreshments available after the race.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

We are incredibly grateful for the businesses that have already partnered with us to make this event possible. Their support allows us to create a memorable experience while raising funds for the Betty Griffin Center.

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More Than Just a Race

The Miles That Matter 5K is about more than crossing a finish line. It’s an opportunity to challenge yourself physically, connect with others in the community, and support a local organization.

Come by yourself, bring your family, invite your friends, and yes, even your dog is welcome!

Every step you take helps turn miles into meaningful support for the Betty Griffin Center.

How You Can Help

There are several ways you can support the Miles That Matter 5K:

Register: Sign up to run or walk and be part of the event.

Spread the Word: Share the event with your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.

Become a sponsor: If you or a business you know would like to be featured at the event, we offer multiple sponsorship opportunities. To learn more, contact cortney@getmomentumfit.com

Volunteer: Help us with setup, teardown, or race-day operations. We also offer community service hours for local students who need them for school requirements.

Donate: Can’t attend but still want to support the Betty Griffin Center? Financial contributions are always appreciated. Please contact marie@getmomentumfit.com for donation information.

At Momentum Fit, we believe fitness is about more than improving ourselves. It’s about using our health, strength, and abilities to make a positive impact on the lives of others. When a community comes together with a shared purpose, incredible things can happen.

We hope you’ll join us on September 19 as we run, walk, and make every mile matter.